H-8

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  Bolex H-8

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  Bolex H-8 with frame counter

Specifications

Overall Dimensions

8 1/2" x 6" x 3"

Weight

Approximately 5 1/2 lbs

Outer Case

Highly polished duraluminium body, covered in genuine Morocco leather. Metal parts are chrome-plated.

Film Capacity

100ft (30m), 50ft (15m) and 25ft daylight loading spools of double run 8mm film. When a roll runs through the camera, only half the width of film is exposed. The spool is then reversed and run through again, exposing the other half. When processed, film is split and spliced together giving twice the amount for projection.

Threading

Automatic threading and loop forming. The end of the film is simply placed in a channel leading to the feed sprocket. The release is pressed and the film is then automatically threaded throughout the entire mechanism.

Motor

Constant speed, spring motor mechanism; governor controlled. Large winding handle folds downward and attaches to camera when not in use. Spring cannot be over-wound. 8:1 external drive shaft permits the attachment of an electric motor.

Turret

Rotating turret accommodates three interchangeable D mount lenses. The top position allows for critical focusing through a magnified groundglass screen.

Viewfinder

accessory Tri Focal viewfinder gives an exact viewing field for lenses of 3 focal lengths. Built-in critical focus viewer with optional cupped eyepiece.

Variable Speed

8, 16, 24, 32 and 64 frames per second with the ability to change speeds while the camera is running.

Release Button

provides for the making of continuous exposures by a finger-tip release on the front of the camera. A side release allows for locked, hands-free running or single frame exposures.

Shutter

190 degree aperture shutter

Footage Counter

adds and subtracts accurately in forward or reverse motion and automatically returns to zero when film is reloaded into the camera.

Audible Footage Indicator

A distinct click announces the passing of each 10 inches of film through the gate. This mechanism may be disengaged, if desired, by simply moving a lever.

Frame Counter

An accessory frame counter could be attached to the motor crank shaft. Two separate counters registered increments of single frames and 50 frames as the film progressed.

Single Frame

Time lapse and animation is possible by using the side release button or an accessory cable release and adapter; I-T lever allows for timed or instantaneous single exposures.

Manual Rewind

Clutch disengages spring motor and permits forward movement and backwind without running down the spring; allows for dissolves and superimposition.

Tripod Socket

3/8" thread

Serial numbers & production years

As documented on this model’s archived page. Look up any serial on the serial lookup page.